It’s interesting to note, then, that political satirist extraordinaire Stephen Colbert has admitted that some (though very few) of the things he says “satirically” are things he actually believes. He just doesnt’ feel his audience needs to know the difference.

I imagine Burke was doing the same thing- mixing a satirical attack on deism with some genuine political sentiments presented in a satirical fashion, allowing the reader just enough room for individual interpretation that Burke himself won’t get into trouble for expressing unpopular views. I imagine More’s “Utopia” was much the same.